March 2017 - Mai Tai Yacht Charters

Red Bull Air Races & Private Yacht Options

Posted on March 28, 2017 by admin

APRIL 15 & 16 2017

After several years off the most exciting aviation event is back. If you haven’t seen the Red Bull Air Races before it’s a must see as super performance planes race a course in San Diego Bay competing for time. This is a Internationally televised event.

We have several boats available to get you and your friends as close as possible with the best view and experience.

The Red Bull Air Race World Championship makes a welcome return to San Diego on the 15-16 April 2017. Set on the Pacific coast of California the location provides the perfect backdrop for a race.

San Diego last hosted a Red Bull Air Race back in 2009 and proved extremely popular with the fans that have often asked when the Air Race would return, well 2017 is the answer.

Nicolas Ivanoff won in the skies above the Pacific coast back in 2009 and he’ll be looking to do it again in 2017 when the Red Bull Air Race returns. The track is located West of the Coronado Bridge centered on Seaport Village. This all day event is ultimate in competition between the worlds most skilled pilots in the worlds most high performance and advanced planes. Not only are the planes something to see but the main camera is on a Eurocopter piloted by what has been called the best helicopter pilot in the world. Between heats he is known to put on quite a spectacular demonstration with barrel rolls, loops and other acrobatics.

This is among the best events to see in San Diego or for that matter anywhere in the world. Don’t miss it for sure but even better – get a group of friends together and book a private yacht to make sure you have the best seat on the Bay and avoid the big crowds.

4 hours of racing + beer, wine & lunch include

12 passenger boat …… $2,500 15 passenger boat …… $3,000

For larger parties call to inquire (858) 583-3447

San Diego Bay Boat Bachelor/ Bachelorette Parties

Posted on March 22, 2017 by admin

Love must be in the air because since January Mai Tai Yacht Charters has hosted 18 bachelorette parties and 9 bachelor parties! With the way we cater our charters to our customers requsts – usually it’s all about the hosted bar with bartender, food and 500+ watts of music. We alway have a great time and everyone leaves with a big smile.

Every bachelor and bachelorette party is custom made based on your desires. From mild to wild or something in between Mai Tai Yacht Charters knows how to make it amazing. We have several boats to choose from depending on the size of your party. As we are getting close to summer the sun is out and the water is getting warmer. After a Bay cruise sure to see sea lions, dolphins and the other great San Diego sites let’s set anchor off Glorietta Bay. We’ll turn up the music, mix more drinks and swim in warm Bay water.

San Diego, with its sunny climate, stunning coastline, and vibrant nightlife, is the perfect destination for hosting unforgettable bachelor and bachelorette parties. And what better way to celebrate this special occasion than by taking your party out to sea? San Diego Bay offers an idyllic backdrop for boat-based bachelor and bachelorette parties that are sure to create lasting memories. In this blog post, we’ll explore the reasons why San Diego Bay boat parties are a fantastic choice for pre-wedding celebrations and offer some tips to ensure your party is a success.

Why Choose San Diego Bay for Your Boat Bachelor/Bachelorette Party:

Breathtaking Scenery: San Diego Bay boasts some of the most picturesque views of the Pacific Ocean, the city’s skyline, and iconic landmarks like the USS Midway Museum and Coronado Bridge. Your boat party will be surrounded by stunning natural beauty and cityscapes.
Ideal Weather: San Diego is renowned for its year-round pleasant weather, making it an excellent destination for outdoor celebrations. Whether you’re planning your party in the summer or winter, you can count on comfortable conditions for your boat adventure.

All Mai Tai Yacht Charters offer food as options from simple snacks to gourmet dinning. Drinks are also optional based on your preferences.

Embarcadero Concert Series

Posted on March 22, 2017 by admin

San Diego has the most amazing Bayside entertainment parks. The Embarcadero is about to launch it’s annual concert series. With a large stage right on the Bay, we love to anchor with a full view and great sound. Best seat available, no ticket prices and no traffic in and out. You just can’t beat yachting and symphony and concerts.

Upcoming performers: Wynonna Judd, Herb Albert, Air Supply, Boz Scaggs and one of my favorites – Grace Potter.

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San Diego Symphony Announces Bayside Summer Nights 2017 Lineup

Popular concert series to include Tony Bennett, Wynonna Judd, Leslie Odom Jr., Sergio Mendes, La La Land with live orchestra and more

San Diego, Calif. – The San Diego Symphony has announced an impressive lineup of artists for its 2017 Bayside Summer Nights including legendary crooner Tony Bennett; star of Hamilton and Tony Award‐winner Leslie Odom Jr.; internationally acclaimed Brazilian artist Sergio Mendes; country songstress Wynonna Judd; Grammy Award‐ winning Beninese singer Angélique Kidjo; and films accompanied by live orchestra, Academy Award®‐winning La La Land, Harry Potter & The Chamber of Secrets TM and E.T. – The Extra Terrestrial. San Diego Symphony’s popular and highly successful summer series truly has something for everyone!

The San Diego Symphony’s long‐running summer concert series located on the Embarcadero Marina Park South provides audiences with an unparalleled experience of live concert music in one of the most beautiful settings in America. Formerly known as Summer Pops, Bayside Summer Nights provides a variety of musical offerings – from popular tunes to light classical to movie entertainment fun for the entire family. This year, the San Diego Symphony has packed a wide array of concerts into the 10‐week season. The series begins with the patriotic Star Spangled Pops on June 30, July 1 and 2, and concludes with a bang with the 1812 Tchaikovsky Spectacular on September 1, 2 and 3.

“Last year’s Bayside Summer Nights was our most successful summer season on record and proved we had a perfect combination of vibrant performances and engaged audiences; we look forward to 2017 being an equally incredible season,” said CEO Martha Gilmer. “Bringing some of the greatest artists of today to perform with our extraordinary Orchestra musicians makes this a unique musical festival here in San Diego. We are also especially excited to bring back two very important community concerts. On Sunday, July 16 we will be presenting our second annual “Community Day,” a day of music featuring our region’s very best musicians and culminating in a free performance by the San Diego Symphony. And on Thursday, August 31, the Symphony will perform our annual free concert for military families. This has always

been a crowd‐pleasuring concert which not only brings military families together, but also allows us to express our thanks and admiration for their service.”

Enhancing the guest experience, concert‐goers may bring in picnics to enjoy from the lawn seating or take advantage of the convenient tableside food service offered in the Champagne seating section by Behind The Scenes – a leading catering and events company with an impressive client list including the Olympic Games, ESPN X Games and the NFL Super Bowl. To compliment the great wine list currently offered, new this summer will be an expanded microbrewery offering in partnership with Stone Brewing Co.

Thursday Night Jazz
In its second year, the Symphony’s popular Jazz Series, Thursday Night Jazz, is back with a wide range of styles. This three‐concert series begins on July 27 with New Orleans Jazz and a salute to the birthplace of American jazz and the many masters who forged it on Bourbon Street and beyond. On August 10, guests will be able to enjoy a party onstage with some of the country’s most talented Latin jazz musicians coming together to perform for one night only in Latin Jazz Masters. The series concludes on Thursday, August 24, when John Beasley presents MONK’estra, the killer contemporary big band that pays tribute to the music of Thelonious Monk. The series is once again curated by Gilbert Castellanos.

Movies by the Bay

The San Diego Symphony’s multi‐year Harry Potter Film Concerts project continues as audiences relive the magic of the phenomenal Harry Potter & The Chamber of SecretsTM on Saturday, July 29 and Sunday, July 30 on giant screens while hearing the orchestra perform John Williams’ unforgettable score. On Friday, August 11, Steven Spielberg’s family classic E.T. – The Extra Terrestrial will be shown on the big screen while the orchestra performs the entire Academy Award‐winning score live. Then, on Saturday, August 12, the winner of six Academy Awards® including Best Original Score and Best Original Song, La La Land will be screened with the orchestra and jazz musicians performing live.

New Sunday Classic and World Celebration Series

Supplementing the existing subscription series, a new three‐concert series is being offered and is perfect for those who love hearing the classics or looking to have some fun sampling the sounds of the world. The Sunday Classic Series includes the Star Spangled Pops (July 2), Boléro By the Bay (August 20) – the ultimate classical pops experience of Beethoven’s famous Symphony No. 5 – and on the final Sunday of the season, the 1812 Tchaikovsky Spectacular (September 3). The Sunday World Celebration Series will explore the 1960s bossa‐nova master Sergio Mendes (August 6), Benin’s Angélique Kidjo (August 13) and a special Latin artist to be announced (August 27). The Sunday Sunset Series will now be all six of these Sunday concerts.

All Bayside Summer Nights concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted; gates open at 6 p.m. Fireworks happen at the conclusion of all Friday and Saturday night concerts—and also on Sunday nights at the Star Spangled Pops and 1812 Tchaikovsky Spectacular.

Mai Tai Yacht Charters has great packages available to hear the concert of your choice. Our anchor point gives a great view and full sound of all events. Food and drinks are options to make the night extra special. Call us to today to book your date. (858) 583-3447

Booze Cruise

Posted on March 21, 2017 by admin

As fall is fading away and spring is showing the better side of San Diego – high 70’s, blue sky’s and amazing sunsets, come soak it all up with cocktails, music and fun. We customize every yacht charter to make it the best experience for you. If you want live music, appetizers or a full dinner spread we know how to party on the Bay!!

The bay is considered one of the finest natural harbors in the world, and affords excellent protection in any weather; it is free of excessive tidal current movements. A low, narrow sandspit, which expands to a width of 1.6 miles at North Island on its NW end, separates the bay from the ocean.

Here’s what some have to say ….

Ashlyn from Austin Tx.

“My girlfriend’s and I booked a 4 hour yacht cruise through Mai Tai Charters for my bachelorette weekend and it was AMAZING! Skip Vegas and the pool parties and take a trip around the SD harbor instead. Trust me! We had so much fun sightseeing from the water, listening to music, paddle boarding, eating lunch and partying. The crew made sure our drinks were full and that we got plenty of photos. Emily, our bartender, was so sweet and attentive. She knew exactly how to keep the party going and made sure we were having fun. I can honestly say that I had the BEST bachelorette party thanks to Mai Tai Charters. Response times were quick and booking was a breeze. Everything was seamless from beginning to end!”

Kristi from Chula Vista, CA.

“Having been around the water all of my life I have experienced many boat adventures, but this was by far the BEST! I can’t remember a time that my friends and I have had more fun. I was amazed at how accommodating Captain Dan was throughout the trip. He made sure we had the music of our choice playing on the amazing stereo system, a drink in our hands, and a smile on our faces the entire time! I felt as though I had left my regular life behind and entered paradise for a few hours. The accommodations were fabulous. We laid out on the deck, drank in the cabin, anchored to swim, and took in the awesome sights San Diego has to offer. There are so many things I can say about this fabulous adventure, but they would never truly begin to describe the actual experience. I can’t wait for my next escape on the Mai Tai! I give this business my highest recommendation!”

Anna from San Diego, CA.

“We had the BEST time with Captain Dan aboard the Mai Tai. I was planning a girl’s outing for a friend’s birthday and found Mai Tai through Yelp. Captain Dan was very flexible. We were to set sail at 1PM for a 4 hour cruise. Some friends arrived 5 minutes late, and Dan was super cool about it, and even extended our time!
We cruised around the bay and saw the Midway from an angle you would never otherwise see. It was such a beautiful way to see San Diego. Then we cruised over to Coronado and anchored there while a bunch of us jumped in the water and swam. It was such a great way to spend a hot day in San Diego.He had a bartender Miki who was super helpful and provided top notch service. She made sure we always had a drink in our hand.The boat itself is gorgeous, class A. We would do it again in a heartbeat! Highly recommended.”

Call Mai Tai Yacht Charters and plan your perfect Booze Cruise. We’d love to hear your review !! (858) 583-3447

Whale & Dolphin Watching

Posted on March 21, 2017 by admin

It’s been a spectacular season for viewing both California Grey whales and dolphins. Most every trip from February though March we’ve had great encounters. Still another month to catch the Grey’s then in about June – September we will be back out to view the Blue whales. It’s a majestic experience to be up close and personal to the worlds largest creature. Be sure to join us for great adventures.

December-April – Gray Whales

Each year, more than 20,000 gray whales make a 10,000 mile round-trip journey from Alaska to the lagoons of Baja California, where the females give birth to their calves. After spending time in warm Baja California waters so their young can grow strong, they make the journey north again in spring. The longest known distance any mammal migrates on an annual basis, it is truly an extraordinary spectacle to observe. With 70 miles of coastline directly in the migration path, San Diego is an ideal destination to see this impressive parade of gentle giants. According to the Birch Aquarium in San Diego, gray whales generally travel alone or in pods of two or three but more may be seen traveling together during peak migration season. These giants are roughly the width of a basketball court and cruise at an average speed of five knots (about six miles per hour).

June-September – Blue Whales

Blue whales, the largest creatures on earth and thought to be among the most endangered of the great whales, may be found off the coast of San Diego mid-June through September. In fact, the largest group of blue whales in the world, some 2,000 to 3,000, feed off the California coast during the summer months. These magnificent mammals, who can be 100-feet, give away their location by spouting a 30-foot column of water in the air that can be seen from miles away.. The migratory patterns of blue whales have been tracked from the Antarctic to California to Costa Rica. Changes in ocean temperatures and the abundance of krill over the past few years have attracted far more blue whales to San Diego’s coast than in the past. Since blue whales tend to be found further out to sea than their grey whale cousins, it’s recommend to venture on a boat trip versus viewing from the shore in order to catch a glimpse of these incredible leviathans.

See these amazing creatures on board a Mai Tai Yacht Charters Yacht (858) 583-3447